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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1917
Page
2
An old advertisement extols Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer and Co claiming decades of experience with a kidney remedy. It promises benefits for kidney liver and bladder and invites readers to send ten cents to receive a booklet on kidney health and how Swamp Root can help.
The excerpt laments the overuse of the word very and its erosion of meaning. Burges Johnson argues for restraint, proposing a limit of two verses to restore vigor and force to language. The text contrasts formal truth with casual salutations and hints at a scene in a dim parlor with a startled reaction.
The Nebraska inauguration of Governor Keith Neville featured readings by outgoing Governor Morehead and a long agenda of reforms. Neville called for a strict prohibition law, tighter penalties for liquor violations, a welfare board for law enforcement, farm loan relief, primary law changes, shorter ballots, and broader irrigation and state modernization efforts. Morehead's remarks urged economy, civil service efficiency, and building plans for the capital.
State lawmakers debate how strict to make prohibition enforcement as Governor Neville supports a bone dry approach while others urge maximal bans. Adjutant Hall seeks new office space as the legislature outgrows the State House. Governor’s first act certifies Hitchcock’s election. Rural life conference set at State Farm Lincoln January 4 to 15. A. O. Thomas announces semi centennial plans and county district committees receive the fund.
John M. Teeling was selected by Nebraska eight presidential electors to cast the state's votes for Woodrow Wilson and Thomas R. Marshall in Washington. After the longest ballot period, Teeling won on the sixty sixth ballot, edging Felix Gallagher after earlier rounds. The article notes voting shifts and the final electors' decision amid state office tokens and public records.
A roundup of Nebraska news items includes conventions in Hastings and York, rail and road updates for Omaha and North Platte, crop and livestock reports from counties such as Gage and Otoe, and civic notes on libraries, schools, and fraternal orders. Notables include a new Norfolk auto group, a hospital patient count, and local infrastructure plans.
Mrs Elizabeth Reuther of Washington DC praises Peruna as a cure for catarrh and stomach trouble after months of use. She claims health was restored and notes continued use to combat colds and cold tendencies. The source also records a separate line about a man who allegedly made proposals to every wealthy girl.
The Turkish government allocates 1,080,000 dollars for seed grain purchases for needy Turkish farmers within the dominions. The program targets liquid medicines and Peruna Tab as related items? The notice outlines a broad aid measure to support agriculture amid distress.
Rev W H Warner of Myereville Md credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with saving his life. He suffered sciatica back neuralgia cramps kidneys and related pains. The ad urges readers to use the three D's brand to treat diseased kidneys and restore health.
An old ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a five minute cure for stomach trouble gas dyspepsia and indigestion. It claims dramatic relief from sour belching nausea or fullness and promotes a fifty cent case as the world’s quickest stomach doctor.
A historical note describes rabbits once a national nuisance in Australia and their skins proposed for military use. The text suggests government concern over rabbit populations and investigates the potential of rabbit skins for military materials.
Mothers can rest easy after giving California Syrup of Figs to treat feverish, constipated children. The ad promises quick relief by clearing clogged waste, sour matter, and fermenting food from the bowels, returning a well child within hours. It touts safety for babies and adults and urges asking a druggist for a 50 cent bottle.
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